How To Fix G00709 - Key &2 for characteristic &1 is too long (Maximum: &3 characters)

G00709 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 709

• Message text: Key &2 for characteristic &1 is too long (Maximum: &3 characters)

What causes this issue?

The current data record contains characteristic value &V2& for
characteristic &V1&. However, in Customizing of consolidation, the
maximum key length is fixed to &V3& characters.

System Response

The current data record has errors and can not be processed.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the key length of characteristic &V1& should be limited
to &V3& characters. In this case, correct the characteristic value in
the data record.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00709 - Key &2 for characteristic &1 is too long (Maximum: &3 characters) ?

  The SAP error message G00709 indicates that a key for a characteristic is too long. This error typically occurs when the length of the key you are trying to use exceeds the maximum allowed length defined in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Character Limit: The key for the characteristic you are trying to create or modify exceeds the maximum character limit set in the system. Each characteristic in SAP has a defined maximum length, and if the key you are using surpasses this limit, the error will be triggered.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the characteristic may not align with the data being inputted, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry process, such as accidentally including extra characters or spaces.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Maximum Length: Review the maximum length allowed for the characteristic in question. You can do this by navigating to the characteristic definition in the SAP system.
  Modify